Certified Home Health Aide

Sutter Health; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health's SCAH-Sutter Care at Home – Bay is seeking a dedicated Home Health Aide with a California HHA certification. You will provide routine patient care, support daily living activities, and ensure safety in homebound care under the plan of care and regulatory standards.

Eligible candidates hold an HS Diploma or GED, HHA certification, and BLS, with strong communication, time management, and IT skills. Full-time daytime schedule; rotating weekends; valid driver license required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology and universal precautions.
• Ability to interpret data and instructions presented in various formats.
• Strong written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine patient care and support in the home setting.
• Follow plan of care and communicate updates to the care team.
• Maintain patient privacy and safety in accordance with regulations.
• Assist with activities of daily living as needed and support family caregivers.

Skills

Medical terminology

Universal precautions

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

HS Diploma

GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Bay

Position Overview:

Successful candidate will hold an HHA certification from California Department of Public Health.

Performs routine patient care, support and related non-professional household services necessary to meet the hygiene, activities of daily living, and comfort needs of the homebound patient, in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or teaching duties.

Job Description :

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) provided prior to start date

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• HHA-Home Health Aide provided prior to start date
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• Department: SCAH - DL-Valid Drivers License
• Department: SCAH - Auto Insurance

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare practices and universal precautions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday, Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $32.51 to $45.51 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position’s primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.